Faithfulness, loyalty, and sincerity
Wafa is a classic Arabic name that embodies the virtues of reliability and keeping one's word. It is a gender-neutral name in many cultures but is predominantly used for girls in the United States. The name carries a strong moral connotation of being true to oneself and others.
About 12 girls were named Wafa in 2025.
Syrian-American psychiatrist and critic
Significant figure in regional political history
Iraqi-American contemporary artist
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
